Penang government mouthpiece Buletin Mutiara reported his wife Ng Mei Ling as saying the ex-shuttler, also known as “Ah Pek”, had recently lost his appetite after being admitted to hospital for urinary complications.

Teh is survived by his wife of nearly 60 years, two children – Thomas and Karen – and two grandchildren.

Born in Penang, Teh is best known for captaining Malaysia to victory in the 1967 Thomas Cup final against Indonesia in Jakarta.

That win marked his fourth and final Thomas Cup campaign, as he previously represented Malaya in 1958 and 1961, and Malaysia in 1964.

Even in his later years, Teh remained active in badminton, continuing to play and mentor younger athletes well into his 80s.

Former national player Khaw Cheow Kheng described him as a humble mentor who remained grounded despite his achievements. “He was humble despite his greatness. Even in his later years, he would spar with us,” he said.

Teh was a versatile player who competed in singles, doubles, and mixed doubles. He won the Mexico City International singles title in 1960 and the Asian Badminton Championships in 1962.

In doubles, he and partner Lim Say Hup captured multiple major titles in 1959, including the All England, Canada Open, US Open, Malaysia Open, and Mexico International.

Teh also achieved success in mixed doubles with his wife Ng, winning the 1962 Malayan Open and the 1965 Malaysian Championship.